Apple iPhone SE (2024) vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 68/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,972,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone SE (2024) better?
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 8638
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone SE (2024) vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 24 points higher (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone SE (2024) is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE (2024) (100/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE (2024) | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | — | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- —
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless: 7W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone SE (2024) and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone SE (2024) by 60.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone SE (2024) is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE (2024) (100/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE (2024) by 24 points (92/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE (2024) and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE (2024) over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.